This course introduces
students to the global economy and emphasizes the significance and
implications of government policies for trade in various
commodities. Specifically, students will learn about various
trade theories and develop an intuitive understanding of the
theoretical foundations of the economics of international agricultural
trade. Furthermore, the course would familiarize students with
current issues and empirical methods used in the analysis of trade
policies. Weekly course meeting time will be divided between
traditional lectures and use of Problem-based Learning (PBL) techniques.This will involve group-based activities such as
problem solving, discussions, and in-class presentations. Each
student is encouraged to come to class prepared to discuss previously
assigned readings, problems and issues.